Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner PRN

Concentra•Santa Clara, CA

1h•$85 - $120

About The Position

Concentra is seeking a PRN Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide hands-on patient care and procedural medicine while covering clinics in the South Bay: Milpitas, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, and San Carlos. The role follows Monday through Friday shifts, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The clinician works subject to medical protocols established by the Association and Concentra’s Chief Medical Officer and, in cooperation with physicians assigned to a clinic or Center, provides primary medical direction and coordination of professional medical care within the occupational health program. The position involves examining patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, performing therapeutic procedures, developing and documenting patient management plans, and supporting continuity of care. The clinician also contributes to occupational health policies and education programs and is expected to provide compassionate, accurate, timely care and excellent service in a busy clinical environment. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice. The posted hourly compensation range is $85.00 to $120.00, depending on job-related factors permitted by applicable law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The position requires ongoing discretion and secure management of confidential and critical information.

Requirements

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).
Current physician assistant license in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment and consistent with state practice laws.
Customarily at least one year of demonstrated experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, or an emergency setting.
At least two years of clinical experience, as stated in the role overview.
Proficiency in suturing and other procedures, with the ability to perform them independently.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Demonstrated knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
Working knowledge of clinical operations.
Knowledge of laws and regulations governing delivery of rehabilitation services.
Knowledge of workers’ compensation, clinical procedures, and processes involved in delivering quality care.
Excellent communication skills.
Willingness to participate in continuing medical education.
Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.

Responsibilities

Examine patients and compile medical data, including health histories and physical examination results.
Administer or order diagnostic tests, including X-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests.
Interpret diagnostic test results and identify deviations from normal.
Perform therapeutic procedures, including injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
Instruct and counsel patients on compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and health maintenance.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress notes, and assist with continuity of care.
Assist in developing, implementing, and revising policies affecting medical practice judgment and the quality of occupational health care.
Assist in developing and presenting education and instructional programs.
Provide excellent customer service to patients, clients, and peers while incorporating Orange Book values.
Meet patient and customer expectations as measured by NPER, NPS, and TATs.
Ensure accuracy in task completion and execution and perform quality assurance checks.
Complete accurate, concise, timely, and thorough documentation and paperwork.
Provide a compassionate and warm patient experience regardless of patient volume.
Manage time, prioritize, and multitask in a busy environment.
Adapt to changing business needs, including scheduling and working additional or different hours or shifts when appropriate.
Deliver consistent, quality care in a busy clinical environment and assist in other areas as needed to support the patient experience.
Seek additional clinical training and self-development to consistently provide quality care.
Communicate effectively with patients, clients, supervisors, and peers, and listen to and address internal and external client needs.
Contribute to center operations, demonstrate personal excellence, and hold oneself and others accountable while assisting colleagues to achieve results.
Maintain discretion and securely manage confidential and critical information.